Argan Oil is pressed from the fruits of the Argan Tree (Argania spinosa), a tree that is native to Morocco and known to live up to 200 years. For centuries, Moroccans have used Argan Oil in skin care and within their nutritious diet.
Argan Oil remains one of the rarest oils in the world. A very labor intensive process, performed primarily by Moroccan women, is required to shell and crush the fruits prior to pressing the oil.
Argan Oil possesses a remarkable ability to nourish, moisturize and improve skin elasticity. The oil is high in lipids including the omega-9 oleic acid and the omega-6 linoleic acid. Argan oil can be effective in treating dry skin, eczema, psoriasis, acne and sunburned skin. It is a good choice for inclusion in formulations for maturing skin. Its high polyphenol content makes it a strong antioxidant and adds to its stable shelf life. Argan oil possesses anti-inflammatory properties and is a a highly beneficial addition to formulations intended to reduce swelling and ease muscular aches and pains.
Argan Oil Properties:
- Absorbs Quickly
- Highly Moisturizing
- Golden in Color with Moderate Viscosity
- Rich in Alpha Tocopherols (Vitamin E)
- Rich in Phenols and Phenolic Acid
- Rich in Carotenes
- Natural Antioxidant
- Anti-Inflammatory
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High in Fatty and Essential Fatty Acids:
- Palmitic Acid: 14%
- Stearic Acid: 5%
- Oleic Acid: 43.5%
- Linoleic Acid: 37%
- Linolenic: <0.6%
- Rich in Squalene and May Help Protect Skin from Free Radicals that Cause Skin Cancer
Argan Oil is a Highly Recommended Ingredient in Personal Care Products Intended for the Following:
- Anti-Aging and Wrinkle Reduction
- Acne
- Psoriasis
- Eczema
- Acne and Other Skin Conditions
- Sunburn
- Stretch Marks
- Damaged Hair
- Dry Scalp
- Brittle Nails
- Sore or Stiff Muscles
- General Aches and Pains
